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Director of Purchasing

 

 

 

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About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. 

Job Summary

Job Summary:

 

Working as the Director of Purchasing you will be responsible to execute, achieve and maintain quality and efficiency standards of the location based purchasing processes and expectations through strong leadership and effective management, while supporting organizational priorities and contributing to the strength of the company’s financial position.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Implement all purchasing programs, prices and specifications as established by corporate purchasing and culinary where applicable
  • Monitor, document and communicate supplier performance responsiveness to the corporate office
  • Ensure that the location is notified of all product recalls as they pertain to products purchased at the location
  • Provide training/ mentoring to location managers as needed of all systems used within the purchasing department, as it applies to purchasing procedures
  • Completes all projects in a timely and professional manner
  • Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
  • Ensures that all purchasing department personnel have the necessary training to be successful in their role
  • Promotes a continuing education format to all regarding product knowledge and food safety issues
  • Ensures all required reports to the corporate office are achieved in a timely manner

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

  • Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years’ experience in large volume purchasing
  • Excellent communication and math skills required
  • Strong negotiating skills
  • Proficient in MS Office applications
  • Understands operational costs, budgets, financial statements and accounting     applications
  • Executes and applies company directives, policies and best practices relative to the purchasing discipline
  • Interacts with and maintains strong business partnerships with suppliers
  • Flexible with work schedules, and adaptive to the demands of the business
  • Proactive, motivated and able to work with little or no direct daily supervision
  • Contributes to the financial success of the operation through effective cost & inventory controls
  • Complies with and maintains all company & local safety / sanitation standards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.


Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.


We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

 

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Time Off Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Personal Leave
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Levy.pdf 

Req ID:  1495898

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